FREE SATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

 

APPLICATIONS : For All Posts: Please submit your application, quoting the relevant reference number on your Z83 application as well as on the envelope to: The Director: Human Resource Administration, Department of Education, Bloemfontein 9300. (Old Saambou Building, Ground Floor, corner Charlotte Maxeke and Aliwal Street, Bloemfontein – Box at Security). Electronic Applications: To apply visit: () https://systems.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment/Login

 

CLOSING DATE : 18 May 2026 

 

 

 

NOTE : It is the intention to promote representativity in the Department through the filling of these posts. the candidature of applicants from designated groups especially in respect of people with disabilities will receive preference. Applicants must apply using the NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application form for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. Please ensure to complete All fields on the new Z83 application form. A recent comprehensive, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing, inter alia, a complete chronological record of training, experience, competencies, and previous employment record as well as the names and telephone numbers of three persons willing to act as referees. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must only submit the Z83 and curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents). All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizenship verification, financial records, qualification verification, sexual offenders register and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Separate applications must be submitted for every vacancy. N.B.: Please note that: Incomplete and late applications will not be considered (applications posted, couriered, and received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered). The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted, e-mailed or hand delivered timeously. Failure to comply with the procedure outlined above, will lead to an application being rejected. Applicants are requested to complete the new Z83 form properly which must be authenticated by a signature and initialled on both pages and clearly quoting the relevant REF NO number for each post applied for. Applicants are informed that applications, copies of qualifications and CVs will not be returned; Applicants who terminated their services with voluntary severance packages may not apply; salary progression on the salary scales is subject to performance assessment; The FSDoE reserves the right not to fill advertised positions. It is expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place determined by the Free State Department of Education. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Non-RSA residents/permanent residents will submit proof only when shortlisted. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application has been unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Successful candidates on level 13 and higher must undergo a Competency test and Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Services posts is compulsory. Introduction and general measures: NB: as of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the public service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government Medical Subsidy. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted applicants. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

 

 

DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT REF NO: PS3/2026/01 

SALARY : R1 266 567 – R1 518 531 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive salary package). The total package includes 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. This appointment is subject to the signing of an Annual Performance Agreement and obtaining a security clearance. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Relevant B Degree qualification in Built Environment or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Post Graduate Qualification will be an added advantage. 5 Years of experience at a Middle/Senior managerial level. Preference will be given to candidates with proven experience in the delivery and oversight of Infrastructure programs. Valid Code B/EB Drivers license. Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Services to be submitted prior to appointment. Added Advantage: Desirable: Certificate Course in infrastructure Delivery Management and Registration with relevant Professional Council/Board. Strong conceptual and formulation skills; strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership and co-ordination of complex applications; strong interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; outstanding planning, organisational and people management skills; computer literacy; a highly developed interpretative and conceptualization/ formulation ability; the ability to render advice and guidance in an objective and dedicated manner; The ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances; the ability to persuade and influence; the ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers and ability to deal with complex situations. Knowledge of 178 PFMA/Division of Revenue Act / Treasury/Regulations/Practice Notes /Instructions Circulars, Departmental Supply Chain Management Policies, Procedures Delegations. Promotion of Access to Information Act of 2000. Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 2000. Government Immovable Asset Management Act 2007. South African Schools Act of 1996, Regulations and Guidelines, National Archives and Records Service Act1996. Public Service Act of 1994 and Regulations. Experience and in-depth knowledge of Infrastructure Delivery Management System. Experience and knowledge of capital commitments scheduling, dealing within infrastructure financial compliance and auditing. Experience in major programme and project management. Understanding and knowledge of Framework for Infrastructure Delivery and Procurement Management. Experience and knowledge of development and implementation of operations and maintenance strategies. Specific knowledge of water and sanitation strategies and technologies. Understanding of the District Development Model. Knowledge in the development of Infrastructure Programme Management Plan and management of Implementing Agents. 

 

DUTIES : Medium Term Expenditure Budget, Annual Budget, Adjustment Budget, Infrastructure Programme Management Plan, Construction Procurement Strategy and Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan. Direct Infrastructure strategic objectives/briefs. Direct Medium Term, Annual and Adjustment Budget. Prepare and direct bids for performance grants in collaboration with the Directorate Infrastructure Planning & Property Management. Direct and approve Infrastructure Programme Management Plans. Direct and approve the procurement strategy providing value for money to inform the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan. Sign off on inputs provided for the preparation of the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan by Implementing Agent[s]. Review and sign-off Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plans. Review and recommend signing of Signed Service Delivery Agreement. Capital and Maintenance Project Implementation and Oversight. Participate on various Supply Chain Management Committee [if appointed]. Sign-off Project Execution Plans. Sign-off scope and/or cost variations. Consult Districts and Schools during initiation and commissioning phases. Direct regular project site meetings and visits. Direct implementation of commissioning plans. Finalise and approve all infrastructure monitoring reports [performance reports]. Direct updating of Project/Programme Management systems. Direct Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluations. Manage feedback learning generated in terms of the application of approved norms and standards. Direct and manage social facilitation where applicable. Monitor and report on EPWP targets. Management of the infrastructure budget as Infrastructure Programme Manager for assigned projects. Use of funds in terms of contracts issued effectively, efficiently and in compliance with Public Finance Management Act. Review and approve cost and scope variations. Review and approve Task and Work Orders. Authorise invoices certified by Implementing Agents. Direct updating of financial documentation and records. Direct preparation of financial reports. Management of maintenance works. Direct the development of criteria for maintenance projects. Direct the development and updating of the maintenance system. Manage Departmental funding for maintenance. Enforce adherence by Districts and Schools to maintenance criteria and guidelines. Direct the completion of maintenance plans for all projects. Manage the identification of needs for framework contracts and submit for procurement. Manage and direct the use of contractors [Task or Batch Orders] in terms of framework contracts. Manage the maintenance call centre. Monitor effective functioning of the call centre. Direct the orientation of Users in terms of maintenance. Strategic management of the Directorate in terms of setting of the visionary and strategic direction, participating in strategic planning, evaluate performance against agreed performance indicators, monitor and report progress and ensure compliance to service delivery imperative and legal prescripts. Align Directorate core business and strategic objectives to that of the Department. Provide clarity to professionals and support staff to understand their roles and responsibilities. Effective and efficient resources management. Undertake planning for future human resources needs. Maintain discipline. Manage performance and development of employees. Undertake human resources and other related administrative functions. Establish and maintain effective and efficient communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan. Plan and allocate work. Develop and implement processes to promote control of work. Serve on transversal task teams as required. Implement quality control of work delivered by employees. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER POSTS

 

 

CHIEF QUANTITY SURVEYOR: REF NO: PS03/2026/02 

Infrastructure Delivery Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Programmes/Projects & Maintenance Sub Directorate 

SALARY : Grade A: R1 143 468 – R1 300 944 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. OSD: The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A University Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Meeting the requirements by SACQSP to register as Quantity Surveyor. Valid driver’s licence, Minimum of 6 years experience post qualification. Added Advantage: Computer literacy and a Certificate in Infrastructure Delivery Management System will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : Infrastructure Programme and Project Planning in line with IDMS: Prepare the Procurement Strategy, Infrastructure Programme Management Plan [IPMP] and updating of the plan. Prepare the infrastructure budget and Final Project List. Prepare the Packages/Individual Project Briefs; presenting these to the Implementing Agent [IA] – referred to as Project Execution Plan v1.Manage the preparation of Packages/Individual Project Briefs for projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA].Participate in the procurement of Professional Service Providers and Contractors, including the preparation and approval of Bid Specifications and evaluations of tenders as member of the Supply Chain Management Committees in Public Works and/or relevant SCM Committees of Alternative IAs and Provincial Department of Education. Manage adherence to Occupational Health and Safety and Quality Assurance standards. Infrastructure Programme and Project Implementation and Monitoring: Monitor the implementation of Programmes and Projects by the Implementing Agents [IA] and the adherence to the Service Delivery Agreements. Manage project implementation of projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA].Review and sign-off on the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan [IPIP] as prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA].Review and sign-off on the Project Execution Plans Versions 2 – 7 prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA].Review and recommend Variation Orders in terms of contract management practice and financial implications in collaboration with professionals in the Directorate Physical Resources Planning. Recommend authorisation of payments in line with the conditions of the appointments, contract management practices and within financial delegations. Develop and Approve Project Stage reports & designs, in accordance with strategic decision making points as defined in the Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Framework. [IDMS]. Manage the updating of project/programme documentation and information and submit all built environment documentation to the Deputy Director Finance. Manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and Implementing Agent [IA]. Prepare and submit progress reports [financial and non-financial indicators]. Maintenance Projects: Assess departmental projects that qualify for departmental funding assessed. Manage the implementation of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance projects funded by department. Provide guidance to the preparation of maintenance plans. Provide training to districts and schools in terms of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance plans and projects. On an annual basis, evaluate day-to-day, routine and emergency projects implemented by Districts and Schools. Monitor Section 21 allocations for maintenance. Monitor preparation of disaster management plans. Infrastructure Project Commissioning. Coordinate and participate in project commissioning, including site visits. Review the School Maintenance Plan and budget on completion of projects. Collect and update NEIMS and EFMS information [if applicable] in terms of Technical Condition Assessments on completion of projects. Orientate users in terms of the optimal usage of Facilities. Infrastructure Programme and Project Evaluation: Review infrastructure projects and programmes in line with the built environment norms, standards and legislative requirements. Manage the preparation of the project close out reports. Manage and participate in Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluation exercises. Provide feedback to Directorate Physical Resources Planning on functional and technical norms and standards that should be updated from an architectural perspective. Participate in the continuous improvement of best practices, standardised processes and procedures, software applications and tools. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils. Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils. Effective and efficient resources management: Undertake planning for future human resources needs. Maintain discipline. Manage performance and development of development of employees. Undertake human resources and other related administrative functions. Establish and maintain effective and efficient communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan. Plan and allocate work. Develop and implement processes to promote control of work. Serve on transversal task teams as required. Implement quality control of work delivered by employees. Effective and efficient financial management. Monitor that infrastructure projects are planned within available funds. Monitor application of costs norms. Monitor expenditure on infrastructure projects within budgets. Control cost and scope variances on infrastructure projects. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR REF NO: PS03/2026/07 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Property Management Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A relevant B Degree. Minimum of 5 years’ experience post qualification and a Valid Driver’s licence. Added Advantage: Computer literacy and certificate in Infrastructure Delivery Management System will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : Land affairs and immovable asset register: Obtain updated information for immovable assets in line with the requirements stated on NEIMS survey forms and the requirement of the Provincial Asset Register managed by Public Works. Validate the correctness of information pertaining to location of immovable assets. Manage acquisitions of immovable assets [land and buildings] for Facilities in close consultation with Public Works. Manage disposals of immovable assets [land and buildings] for Facilities in close consultation with Public Works. Consult with Districts and Schools to obtain their needs and inputs in terms of acquisitions and disposals. Confirm all deeds searches to validate ownership of land before planning for buildings are finalised. Keep a register of sites allocated to Education for future infrastructure development. Implement actions to keep sites clean. Implement actions to prevent any illegal occupation of sites. Monitor and report on conditions and maintenance of vacant sites allocated to Education. Accommodation, municipal accounts and expenditure management: Based the technical requirements for leases as prepared by the Planning Staff, identify suitable buildings for leases. Interact with Districts and Schools on proposed buildings for leases. Manage all Section 14 lease contracts. Manage all lease payments. Validate that maintenance is implemented by the Landlords. Manage and direct the validation of municipal accounts. Manage and direct the payment of municipal accounts through the finance section. Refer excessive use of water or electricity to the Directorate Infrastructure Delivery Management for investigation. Utilities: Prepare and issue guidelines on the use of utilities by Schools. Train Districts on the guidelines for use of utilities. Design monitoring system to report on the use of utilities. Prepare and submit progress reports on the use of facilities. Make recommendations and/or propose interventions to improve the use of utilities by Facilities. Monitor that Districts implement interventions to improve the utilisation of utilities by Facilities. Effective and efficient resources management: Undertake planning for future human resources needs. Maintain discipline. Manage performance and development of development of employees. Undertake human resources and other related administrative functions. Establish and maintain effective and efficient communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan. Plan and allocate work. Develop and implement processes to promote control of work. Serve on transversal task teams as required. Implement quality control of work delivered by employees. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

MECHANICAL ENGINEER GRADE A REF NO: PS03/2026/03 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Planning Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R914 517 – R975 582 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A university degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Be registered with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer: Mechanical Engineer, Valid drivers license and a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification. Added Advantage Computer Literacy and an Executive course in Infrastructure Delivery Management will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : Development, interpretation and customisation of functional and technical norms and standards from an engineering perspective. Provide inputs to technical and functional norms and standards from an engineering perspective to be issued in terms of the Provincial Education Facilities Guidelines and National Education norms & standards. Monitor that infrastructure projects implemented by Implementing Agent[s] comply with approved engineering functional and technical norms and standards and that the planning and design are according to sound engineering principles and code of practice. Monitor that planning and design completed through insourced engineering services is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice. Update functional and technical norms and standards updated based on learning generated through Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluation [POE] exercises. Maintain mechanical engineering norms & standards. Investigate proposals for innovative service delivery mechanisms and undertake feasibility studies. Prepare reports stating the advisability, desirability, impact and legality of proposals for innovative service delivery mechanisms. Undertake feasibility studies and prepare reports detailing service impact, financial impact, infrastructure impact, constraints, alternatives and attainability. Develop cost effective solutions according to standards. Compile briefing documentation and specifications from an engineering perspective. Prepare technical specifications. Apply mechanical design principles. Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology in specifications. Undertake preliminary costing per installation. Determine mechanical engineering performance-based standards. Develop mechanical engineering standard data sheets and drawings. Provide mechanical engineering inputs to Project Execution Plan v 1. Provide mechanical engineering inputs to Project Execution Plans v 2 – 7 to the Directorate Infrastructure Delivery Management. Determine requirements for built environment document management system from a Mechanical Engineering perspective. Investigate mechanical engineering installations and equipment, undertake design work and implement corrective measures, where necessary. Prepare reports on mechanical engineering investigations. Determine mechanical engineering proposals and design work for solutions, where necessary. Prepare reports on effectiveness of corrective measures. Oversee implementation (construction) and commissioning of mechanical engineering installations and maintenance. Provide mechanical engineering inputs to implement projects successfully. Provide mechanical engineering professional and technical advice in the form of verbal and written advice, reports, calculations, specifications and drawings. Provide inputs to infrastructure assessments from a mechanical engineering perspective. Provide inputs to life cycle costs from a mechanical engineering perspective. Develop maintenance programmes. Provide engineering inputs to maintenance projects from a mechanical engineering perspective. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils. Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

ENGINEER GRADE A REF NO: PS03/2026/04 

Infrastructure Delivery Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Programmes/Projects & Maintenance Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R914 517 – R975 582 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A university degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Be registered with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineer, Valid driver’s license and a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification. Added Advantage Computer Literacy and an Executive course in Infrastructure Delivery Management will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : Infrastructure Programme and Project Planning in line with IDMS: Prepare the Procurement Strategy, Infrastructure Programme Management Plan [IPMP] and updating of the plan. Prepare the infrastructure budget and Final Project List. Prepare the Packages/Individual Project Briefs; presenting these to the Implementing Agent [IA] – referred to as Project Execution Plan v1. Manage the preparation of Packages/Individual Project Briefs for projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Participate in the procurement of Professional Service Providers and Contractors, including the preparation and approval of Bid Specifications and evaluations of tenders as member of the Supply Chain Management Committees in Public Works and/or relevant SCM Committees of Alternative IAs and Provincial Department of Education. Manage adherence to Occupational Health and Safety and Quality Assurance standards. Infrastructure Programme and Project Implementation and Monitoring: Monitor the implementation of Programmes and Projects by the Implementing Agents [IA] and the adherence to the Service Delivery Agreements. Manage project implementation of projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan [IPIP] as prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Project Execution Plans Versions 2 – 7 prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and recommend Variation Orders in terms of contract management practice and financial implications in collaboration with professionals in the Directorate Physical Resources Planning. Recommend authorisation of payments in line with the conditions of the appointments, contract management practices and within financial delegations. Develop and Approve Project Stage reports & designs, in accordance with strategic decision making points as defined in the Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Framework. [IDMS]. Manage the updating of project/programme documentation and information and submit all built environment documentation to the Deputy Director Finance. Manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and Implementing Agent [IA]. Prepare and submit progress reports [financial and non-financial indicators]. Maintenance Projects: Assess departmental projects that qualify for departmental funding assessed. Manage the implementation of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance projects funded by department. Provide guidance to the preparation of maintenance plans. Provide training to districts and schools in terms of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance plans and projects. On an annual basis, evaluate day-to-day, routine and emergency projects implemented by Districts and Schools. Monitor Section 21 allocations for maintenance. Monitor preparation of disaster management plans. Infrastructure Project Commissioning: Coordinate and participate in project commissioning, including site visits. Review the School Maintenance Plan and budget on completion of projects. Collect and update NEIMS and EFMS information [if applicable] in terms of Technical Condition Assessments on completion of projects. Orientate users in terms of the optimal usage of Facilities. Infrastructure Programme and Project Evaluation: Review infrastructure projects and programmes in line with the built environment norms, standards and legislative Requirements. Manage the preparation of the project close out reports. Manage and participate in Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluation exercises. Provide feedback to Directorate Physical Resources Planning on functional and technical norms and standards that should be updated from an architectural perspective. Participate in the continuous improvement of best practices, standardised processes and procedures, software applications and tools. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils. Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

ARCHITECT GRADE A REF NO: PS03/2026/05 

Infrastructure Delivery Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Programmes/Projects and Maintenance Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R791 604 – R849 525 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A University degree in Architecture and/or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Registered as a Professional Architect with the South African Council for Architectural Profession (SACAP), Valid driver’s license, a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification. Added Advantage: Computer literacy and a Certificate in Infrastructure Delivery Management System will be an added advantage.

 

DUTIES : Infrastructure Programme and Project Planning in line with IDMS: Prepare the Procurement Strategy, Infrastructure Programme Management Plan [IPMP] and updating of the plan. Prepare the infrastructure budget and Final Project List. Prepare the Packages/Individual Project Briefs; presenting these to the Implementing Agent [IA] – referred to as Project Execution Plan v1. Manage the preparation of Packages/Individual Project Briefs for projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Participate in the procurement of Professional Service Providers and Contractors, including the preparation and approval of Bid Specifications and evaluations of tenders as member of the Supply Chain Management Committees in Public Works and/or relevant SCM Committees of Alternative IAs and Provincial Department of Education. Manage adherence to Occupational Health and Safety and Quality Assurance standards. Infrastructure Programme and Project Implementation and Monitoring: Monitor the implementation of Programmes and Projects by the Implementing Agents [IA] and the adherence to the Service Delivery Agreements. Manage project implementation of projects that are not allocated to an Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Infrastructure Programme Implementation Plan [IPIP] as prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and sign-off on the Project Execution Plans Versions 2 – 7 prepared by the Implementing Agent [IA]. Review and recommend Variation Orders in terms of contract management practice and financial implications in collaboration with professionals in the Directorate Physical Resources Planning. Recommend authorisation of payments in line with the conditions of the appointments, contract management practices and within financial delegations. Develop and Approve Project Stage reports & designs, in accordance with strategic decision-making points as defined in the Provincial Infrastructure Delivery Framework. [IDMS]. Manage the updating of project/programme documentation and information and submit all built environment documentation to the Deputy Director Finance. Manage the interface between the end-user/community structures and Implementing Agent [IA]. Prepare and submit progress reports [financial and non-financial indicators]. Maintenance Projects: Assess departmental projects that qualify for departmental funding assessed. Manage the implementation of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance projects funded by department. Provide guidance to the preparation of maintenance plans. Provide training to districts and schools in terms of day-to-day, routine and emergency maintenance plans and projects. On an annual basis, evaluate day-to-day, routine and emergency projects implemented by Districts and Schools. Monitor Section 21 allocations for maintenance. Monitor preparation of disaster management plans. Infrastructure Project Commissioning: Coordinate and participate in project commissioning, including site visits. Review the School Maintenance Plan and budget on completion of projects. Collect and update NEIMS and EFMS information [if applicable] in terms of Technical Condition Assessments on completion of projects. Orientate users in terms of the optimal usage of Facilities. Infrastructure Programme and Project Evaluation: Review infrastructure projects and programmes in line with the built environment norms, standards and legislative requirements. Manage the preparation of the project close out reports. Manage and participate in Post Project and Post Occupancy Evaluation exercises. Provide feedback to Directorate Physical Resources Planning on functional and technical norms and standards that should be updated from an architectural perspective. Participate in the continuous improvement of best practices, standardised processes and procedures, software applications and tools. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils: Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

ARCHITECT GRADE A REF NO: PS03/2026/06 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Planning Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R791 604 – R849 525 per annum, (all-inclusive annual salary package) of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs. The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A University degree in Architecture and/or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. (NQF Level 7). Registered as a Professional Architect with the South African Council for Architectural Profession (SACAP), Valid driver’s license, a minimum of 3 years’ experience post qualification. Added Advantage Computer literacy and a Certificate in Infrastructure Delivery Management System will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : Architectural functional and technical norms and standards: Determine functional and technical norms and standards to be issued in terms of the Provincial Education Facilities Guidelines and National Education norms and standards. Validate that infrastructure projects implemented by Implementing Agent[s] comply with approved functional and technical norms and standards including compliance to legal, safety and health requirements. Update functional and technical norms and standards based on learning generated through post project evaluations and post occupancy evaluations. Architectural policies, strategies, plans, procedures and criteria of all infrastructure programmes and projects: Make inputs to policies, procedures and criteria for infrastructure projects from an architectural perspective. Make inputs to commissioning plans from an architectural perspective. Undertake extensive analyses from an architectural perspective to inform strategies related to the architectural services to directly support and realise the education goals of the Department. Master Planning, Project Briefs, Business Cases, Accommodation Schedules and Operational Narratives: Develop Master Plans. Develop Project Briefs. Develop Project Execution Plan Version 1 as part of the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan. Review Project Execution Plans Versions 2-7 in terms of architectural norms and standards and make inputs to the Directorate Infrastructure Delivery Management. Develop Business Cases for projects. Develop Accommodation Schedules. Develop Operational Narratives. Determine document management system requirements from architectural perspectives. Determine green technology compliance requirements. Preparation of architectural inputs to the development of the User Asset Management Plan and Project List: Provide inputs to the development of the User Asset Management Plan. Prepare the final project list. Assist with Condition Assessment of projects implemented in the MTEF from an architectural perspective. Research/literature studies to keep up with new technologies, viability and feasibility of the geographical information management options for the Department including interaction with relevant professional development boards/councils: Study professional journals and publications to stay abreast of new developments. Monitor and study the education sector, legal frameworks, standards changes and policy frameworks. Engage in relevant continuous professional development activities [tools and techniques] as prescribed and/or required. Update the Infrastructure comprehensive planning framework of Department in terms of research findings, new technology and changes in the institutional environment. Interact with relevant Professional Bodies/Councils.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: PS03/2026/08 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Property Management Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), (a basic annual salary) 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An applicable 3 year Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF 6) in Business Management, Public Management or Built Environment. A valid Driver’s license. Preference to candidates with relevant NQF Level 7 qualifications. Added Advantage: Computer literacy and a Relevant experience will be an added advantage. 

 

DUTIES : To assist with the collecting and updating of information for immovable assets in line with the requirements stated on NEIMS survey forms and the requirement of the Provincial Asset Register managed by Public Works. To assist with the acquisitions of immovable assets [land and buildings] for Facilities in close consultation with Public Works. To assist with the disposal of immovable assets [land and buildings] for Facilities in close with Public Works. Assist Consultation with Districts and schools to obtain their needs and inputs in terms of acquisitions and disposals. Undertake all deeds searches to validate ownership of land before planning for buildings are finalised. Update the register of sites allocated to Education for future infrastructure development. Assist to interpret lease needs and identify suitable buildings for leases. Interact with Districts and Schools on proposed buildings for leases. Administrate Section 14 lease contracts. Administrate the payment of municipal accounts through the finance section. Identify excessive use of water and electricity. Make inputs to the preparation of guidelines on the use of utilities by Schools. Assist to train Districts on the guidelines for use of utilities. Make recommendations and/or propose interventions to improve the use of utilities by Facilities. Undertake planning for future human resource needs.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

STATE ACCOUNTANT: INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY MANAGEMENT REF NO: PS03/2026/09 (X2 POSTS) 

Directorate: Infrastructure Finance Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07), (a basic salary) 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : B Comm. Degree with Accounting II / National Diploma in Accounting with Accounting II or equivalent qualification. Relevant experience will be an added advantage. Computer literacy and valid driver’s licence. 

 

DUTIES : To assist with the following: Extract and analyse relevant infrastructure financial information. Provide financial administration for all infrastructure Programmes and Projects. Provide assistance to ensure compliance to the financial policies and prescripts in terms of infrastructure. Update and maintain a document management system for all financial documentation that comply with requirements of the Auditor General. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9227 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WORKS INSPECTOR REF NO: PS03/2026/10 (X2 POSTS) 

Infrastructure Delivery Management Directorate 

Infrastructure Programmes/Projects and Maintenance Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R280 278 – R330 162 per annum (Level 06), (a basic annual salary) 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein Head Office

 

REQUIREMENTS : An applicable 3-year degree/diploma or equivalent qualification in Building or Mechanical or Electrical or N3 with passed trade test or National Diploma in Engineering. 2 -3 years relevant experience and a Valid Driver’s license. 

 

DUTIES : Design Of Maintenance System: Make inputs to the design of the maintenance system. Assist to provide information for the design and updating of the electronic maintenance management system. Assist to interact with information technology services on the specifications of the updating of the maintenance management system. Assist to develop the maintenance policy and procedures. Training On Maintenance System: Assist to develop training manuals on the maintenance management system. Assist to provide training to Districts on the maintenance management system. Assist to roll out the maintenance management system. Update the maintenance management system in term of work completed. Call Center: Assist with the establishment and functioning of the call center. Assist to provide training to personnel in the call center. Assist to develop standard operating procedure manuals for the call center. Extract information on calls logged and resolved. Provide technical inputs to call logged. Investigate cases that have not been resolved. NEIMS Assessments, Specification and Projects: Assist to provide relevant data and information for updating NEIMS and Facility Management Systems. Assist to prepare specifications. Assist to develop a bill of quantities. Assist to develop proposals on associated costs. Assist to make recommendations on quotations. Inspect maintenance work on projects sites. Verify invoices and make recommendations for payments. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moet Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

WORKS INSPECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE CO-ORDINATION AND DELIVERY (X5 POSTS) 

SALARY : R280 278 – R330 162 per annum (Level 06) 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein Head Office: 

Motheo District Office Ref No: PS03/2026/11 (X1 Post) 

Lejweleputswa District Office Ref No: PS03/2026/12 (X1 Post) 

Fezile Dabi District Office Ref No: PS03/2026/13 (X3 Posts) 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An applicable 3-year degree/diploma or equivalent qualification in Building or Mechanical or Electrical or N3 with passed trade test or National Diploma in Engineering. 2 -3 years relevant experience and a Valid Driver’s license. 

 

DUTIES : Design Of Maintenance System: Make inputs to the design of the maintenance system. Assist to provide information for the design and updating of the electronic maintenance management system. Assist to interact with information technology services on the specifications of the updating of the maintenance management system. Assist to develop the maintenance policy and procedures. Training On Maintenance System: Assist to develop training manuals on the maintenance management system. Assist to provide training to Districts on the maintenance management system. Assist to roll out the maintenance management system. Update the maintenance management system in term of work completed. Call Center: Assist with the establishment and functioning of the call center. Assist to provide training to personnel in the call center. Assist to develop standard operating procedure manuals for the call center. Extract information on calls logged and resolved. Provide technical inputs to call logged. Investigate cases that have not been resolved. Neims Assessments, Specification and Projects: Assist to provide relevant data and information for updating NEIMS and Facility Management Systems. Assist to prepare specifications. Assist to develop a bill of quantities. Assist to develop proposals on associated costs. Assist to make recommendations on quotations. Inspect maintenance work on projects sites. Verify invoices and make recommendations for payments. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: PS03/2026/14 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Property Management Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05), (a basic salary) 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein: Head Office 

 

REQUIREMENTS : NQF 4 (Gr. 12 Certificate) Added Advantage: Preference will be given to candidates with technical qualifications related to infrastructure. Knowledge of Computer (Excel and Word) will be essential. Post-Matric Qualifications will be an added advantage.

 

DUTIES : Assist with general office administration in the office of Infrastructure Programmes. Handling files, typing and keeping records up to date, handling telephone enquiries and any other admin official duties as may be assigned. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: PS03/2026/15 

Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 

Property Management Sub Directorate 

SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05), (a basic salary) 

CENTRE : Head Office: Bloemfontein 

REQUIREMENTS : NQF 4 (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification. 

 

DUTIES : Provide Registry counter service. Attend to clients. Handle telephonic and other enquiries received. Receive and register hand delivered mail/files. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence. Receive, sort, register and dispatch all mail. Distribute notices on registry issues. Render an effective filing and record management service. Opening and closing files according to record classification system. Filing, storage, tracing (electronical and manual) and retrieval of documents and files. Complete index cards for all files. Operate office machines in relation to the registry function. Update register on a daily basis. Process documents for archiving and disposal. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Moeti Tel No: (051) 404 9292